What Colin Basran had during the election that rival Sharon Shepherd didn’t

KELOWNA — The 2014 mayoral race in Kelowna, which quickly came down to current councillor Colin Basran versus former mayor Sharon Shepherd, was billed as youth versus experience. It might have been better pegged as 'have' and 'have-not.' Winner, and now Mayor, Basran outspent Shepherd well over three to one, raising through contributions almost $76,000...

Unprecedented interest in Mayor’s chair

KELOWNA – It’s looking like voters will have an unprecedented number of choices for mayor this November. With the opportunity to file still a month away, the numbers are far from final, however outgoing Mayor Walter Gray says there does seem to be more interest this year than at any other time he can remember....

Bernard Avenue revitalization is officially over

KELOWNA – After two years of construction the revitalized Bernard Avenue will finally open to vehicle and pedestrian traffic. Representatives of the city, including Mayor Walter Gray, gathered at the corner of Pandosy and Bernard Friday afternoon to officially announce the completion of the $14.3 million project. Work began in September 2012 and was completed...

Basran to run for mayor of Kelowna

KELOWNA – First term councillor Colin Basran will run for mayor of Kelowna. The news came during a press conference held today at Earl's rooftop patio overlooking downtown with Basran's wife and parents at his side. “It’s been a nerve-wracking couple of days,” he says. “We are about to embark on an amazing journey over...

Basran expected to announce he will run for mayor

KELOWNA – First term councillor Colin Basran has called a press conference today at 10:30 a.m. where it is anticipated he will announce his intention to run for mayor of Kelowna. Basran, 37, said in the past he was considering running soon after current mayor Walter Gray hinted at his retirement February 13. "I am...